Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Law in Relation

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the law in relation to clinical practice by nursing students?

• A) Students are considered certified until licensure is obtained.
• B) Students are expected to meet the same standard of care as the professional nurse.
• C) Students are not legally liable for errors because they practice under the license of their instructor.
• D) Students have a scope of practice determined by the nurse practice act.

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Definitions:

Intradermal Injection

A method of administering medication by injecting it into the dermis, the layer of skin directly beneath the epidermis.

Tuberculin Syringe

A precise syringe used for administering tuberculin tests, typically holding 1 milliliter of fluid and marked in 0.01 mL increments to ensure accurate dosing.

Ventrogluteal Muscle

A muscle located near the hip, considered a preferable site for intramuscular injections due to its thickness and minimal nerve vessels.

Intramuscular Injection

An injection method where medication is delivered deep into a muscle, allowing for faster absorption into the bloodstream than subcutaneous injections.